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kerchief in French

kerchief in French is foulard, fichu — kerchief means a square of cloth worn over the head or tied around the neck.

kerchief in French

foulard
noun
(dated) A piece of cloth used to cover the head; a bandana.
fichu
noun
(dated) A piece of cloth used to cover the head; a bandana.

What does "kerchief" mean?

  1. noun A square of cloth worn over the head or tied around the neck.
    "She tied a bright kerchief over her hair before heading out into the wind."
  2. verb To cover or wrap something with a kerchief.
    "She kerchiefed her hair before starting the housework."
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kerchief in a sentence

  • She tied a bright kerchief over her hair before heading out into the wind.
  • He wore a red kerchief knotted at his throat.
  • She kerchiefed her hair before starting the housework.

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Frequently asked questions

What is "kerchief" in French?
"kerchief" in French is foulard, fichu. kerchief means: A square of cloth worn over the head or tied around the neck.
How do you use "kerchief" in a sentence?
Example: "She tied a bright kerchief over her hair before heading out into the wind." In French, "kerchief" is foulard, fichu.
Are there other ways to say "kerchief" in French?
Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "kerchief": foulard, fichu.
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